A patient has RDS. What clinical manifestations are associated with the more negative intrapleural pressures needed during inspiration?
1) Seesaw breathing movement
2) Vesicular breath sounds
3) Pulmonary edema
4) Dependent thoracic areas are cyanotic

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Seesaw breathing movements and cyanosis in dependent thoracic areas are clinical manifestations associated with the more negative intrapleural pressures needed during inspiration in patients with Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS). Seesaw breathing indicates increased work of breathing, and cyanosis reflects inadequate oxygenation.

A Patient Has RDS